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Published 5 days ago

Volunteer Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant – Monthly Outreach Clinics.

COMPANION PETS IN CRISIS
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Phoenix, AZ
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays daytime, Weekends daytime
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    Clinics are held on select Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, typically for 3–4 hours, including setup and cleanup. We understand busy schedules and appreciate whatever time you can consistently offer.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Cause Areas:
    Animals, Housing & Homelessness, Mental Health, Veterans, Volunteering
    Good For:
    Age 55+

    Description

    Volunteer Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant – Monthly Outreach Clinics.

    Organization: Companion Pets in Crisis (CPiC)

    Program: Street Paws Wellness Outreach

    Location: Phoenix, Arizona

    Commitment: Once a month – Wednesday, Thursday, or Saturday mornings

    About the Opportunity

    Companion Pets in Crisis (CPiC) is seeking compassionate, experienced Veterinary Technicians to join our Street Paws Wellness Outreach team!

    Our outreach clinics provide essential veterinary care to pets belonging to veterans and individuals experiencing homelessness. By helping pets stay healthy, we help keep them with the people who love and depend on them.

    Volunteer Responsibilities

    Working alongside our volunteer veterinarians, you will assist with:

    • Basic wellness examinations
    • Administering vaccinations under veterinary supervision
    • Preparing and administering medications as directed
    • Nail trims, ear cleaning, and basic treatments
    • Microchipping and parasite prevention
    • Handling and safely restraining dogs and cats
    • Preparing supplies and maintaining a clean, organized treatment area
    • Providing compassionate support to pets and their owners

    Qualifications

    • Veterinary Technician experience required; current or retired technicians welcome
    • Comfortable handling dogs and cats of various sizes and temperaments
    • Ability to work in an outdoor or mobile clinic environment
    • Compassionate, dependable, and comfortable working with underserved populations
    • Strong teamwork and communication skills

    Time Commitment

    Just one morning a month can make a difference!

    Clinics are held on select Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, typically for 3–4 hours, including setup and cleanup.

    We understand busy schedules and appreciate whatever time you can consistently offer.

    Why Volunteer With CPiC?

    This is an opportunity to use your veterinary skills to make a direct impact in your community. You'll work alongside dedicated veterinarians and volunteers while helping vulnerable pet owners access care they might otherwise go without.

    Help us keep pets healthy, families together, and veterans connected to their loyal companions.

    Interested in joining our team?

    Visit www.CPiCaz.org to learn more about Companion Pets in Crisis and volunteer opportunities.

    Location

    On-site

    Different locations

    Phoenix, AZ, USA
    Directions

    Depending on day we typically are in Central Phoenix, or off I17 between Cactus and Northern

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